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ABNORMAL BEHAVIOR AND PSYCHOPATHOLOGY

COUNPSY 740
Course Description

Covers the research and theory of abnormal psychology, including etiology, manifestation, and diagnosis of mental health disorders. Emphasizes research on developmental psychopathology and cultural issues in assessment and diagnosis.

Prerequisties

Declared in Counseling, Counseling Psychology, Rehabilitation Counseling, or Rehabilitation Counselor Education

Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

Credits

Not Reported

Offered

Not Reported

Grade Point Average
3.95

0.72% from Historical

Completion Rate
100%

No change from Historical

A Rate
93.75%

4.42% from Historical

Class Size
32

3.23% from Historical

Instructors (2025 Fall)

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